Closed figures are shapes that can be filled. There are three ways to created closed figures in AutoREALM.

The Query Method:

While adding a polyline or polycurve, click the right mouse button. Select Create Closed Figure. To use this method, "Right-click prompts to close shape" in the Settings dialog must be checked. This method requires an extra mouse click, but is easier to use. AutoREALM uses this option after installation.

The Speed Method:

While adding a polyline or polycurve, hold down Shift before terminating the shape. To use this method, "Right-click prompts to close shape" in the Settings dialog must be unchecked. This method is quicker to use after you get used to AutoREALM. You can automatically switch to the speed method by selecting Suppress this menu and use Shift for Closed Figures in the right-click menu.

The Endpoint Method:

If you end a line with its last point exactly on top of the first point, the shape will be filled. Although this is not particularly easy to do normally, it is easy if you are using Snap to Grid.